2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 1993 Rover 200 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 147 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
